Author: heidebreicht

If we had to pick one word to describe the Chevy mission these days, it would have to be “innovation”. The words “close enough” aren’t in their vocabulary in the push to improve the driving experience. As a result, Chevy vehicles stand out from the pack when it comes to high-tech, driver-focused features. Let’s take a look at three different models and see which technology sets them...

With fuel prices staying low, most automakers have been focusing on larger crossovers and full-sized trucks. Chevy does have an impressive selection of heavy duty vehicles in their fleet, but it was their new, eco-friendly additions that won standing ovations at January's North American International Auto Show. The show was held at the Cobo Center, just under an hour south of Washington,...

Buying a new vehicle can be stressful. You have to decide whether to pick new or pre-owned, what kind of financing to use, which model fits your lifestyle best- the list goes on and on. At Michigan Heidebreicht we want to take  the hassle out of your car-buying process. Our sales staff is highly trained and knowledgeable, but that isn't the case everywhere. We want you to know what to look for...

If you braved the snow to check out the Autorama last month, we bet you're still thinking about the amazing Chevy hot rods and unique builds you saw there. The 64th Annual Meguiar's Detroit Autorama was held from February 26-28th at Cobo Hall. Every year hundreds of hopeful owners gather to compete for the Ridler Award, a trophy awarded to the most impressive custom car. The prize comes with an...

Now that winter has officially ended, it’s time to schedule the Spring maintenance for your Chevy car or truck. Finding potential issues before they become serious problems saves you time and money, and both are easier than ever with Heidebreicht’s Spring Service Specials in March. You probably need to switch your tires, especially if you switched to snow tires for better traction and...

Every four years we get an extra day in our calendar. This is meant to compensate for the uneven distribution of our calendar, since a trip around the sun takes 365 and a quarter days. Leap Day is always a source of humor and pride, but this year Chevrolet made it something better: a chance to help others. On February 29th, Chevy issued a challenge over Twitter: take the extra day and use it to...

Spring is the second most popular season for road trips. Once the ice melts Chevy families pack up and hit the road. Whether you’re going to visit relatives or just heading for your favorite camping spot, Heidebreicht wants to make sure you get there safely. Here are our top three tips for getting road-trip ready. Hit the car wash. Winter is hard on cars, especially in Michigan. Salt, sand,...

The signs of Spring are popping up all around us. Birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and the ice has melted from our roads. It’s actually nice outside more often than not, so now’s a great time to get your family together and take advantage of some of Michigan’s nature-centric activities. If you haven’t found a good place for an Easter egg hunt yet, pile into your Chevy and head...

Chevy works hard to make their vehicles the best on the market, and it shows. As of February Chevrolet is the fastest growing full line brand of automobiles for the eleventh month in a row. Retail sales have increased from the previous year's rate every month since last April. The trend shows no signs of slowing; in fact, sales are slowly but steadily increasing. How is Chevy sales (and their...

Driver-Free (aka Self-driving) cars are a subject of much debate. The idea is intriguing: a computer-operated vehicle that uses satellite maps, camera and sensor suites, and predictive analysis to shuttle its passengers without a human driver guiding it. Some pessimists see these cars as dangerous, but practical people are reassured by the solid safety record of self-driven cars. Google’s...